The Nordic House not only lies at the very heart of Iceland's Nordic culture, but is also the only building in the country to have been designed by the famed architect, Alvar Aalto. Since its establishment in 1968, the Nordic House has come to be at the center of a vibrant and diverse cultural program, featuring major events like the Reykjavík International Film Festival and The Nordic Fashion Biennale alongside conferences and meetings. The showpiece of this beautifully designed architectural gem is a fabulous library that boasts an extensive collection of books, CDs, graphic art, magazines, newspapers and other literary materials in seven Nordic languages. Apart from a host of event spaces, auditoriums and exhibition rooms, the Nordic House is also home to the acclaimed AALTO Bistro and a cafe where you can enjoy a cup of coffee.
Located by a beautiful beach, Garðskagaviti Lighthouse was built in 1897. A new lighthouse of the same name was again built in the year 1944 on the same location, as people argued the former to be too small. The place host thousands of migratory bird species in their nesting season and thus acts as a major tourist attraction. The place is known for its scenic views and bird photography. The island remains closed between the 1st of May till the 1st of July.